Mathematics – Logic
Scientific paper
Oct 1984
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British Interplanetary Society, Journal (Solar System Exploration) (ISSN 0007-084X), vol. 37, Oct. 1984, p. 435-441. NASA-suppor
Mathematics
Logic
Geological Surveys, Planetary Geology, Planetary Mapping, Space Exploration, Venus (Planet), Venus Probes, Interplanetary Flight, Nasa Programs, Radar Imagery, Topography, Unmanned Spacecraft, Venus Atmosphere, Venus Surface
Scientific paper
Venus is the last terrestrial planet to be mapped in the Solar System. This is an indication not of its relative importance for comparative planetary studies but of the previous lack of demonstrated, affordable technology. Venus is, in fact, the most important planet to study for improving our understanding of global terrestrial processes such as plate tectonics. The next NASA mission to Venus, in 1988, will map the planet at a resolution comparable to that of the Mars Mariner 9 mission. The objective is 70 percent coverage at 1 km per line pair or better. This is the minimum resolution that will allow analysis of tectonic, volcanic, aeolian, meteorite impact and other features. An altimeter will provide a global map of topography that will considerably improve our data base and, together with gravity field measurements, provide better interior geophysical models.
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